Martial Saint through Reading

Chapter 321: Chapter 266: External Qi Blood Pearl (2)

This leaf is rare as it is only found in the Jingyue Kingdom, and a thousand-year-old one is even scarcer. It’s usually seen on the jewelry worn by the royal family.

The Crimson Beauty Leaf can also be considered a treasure medicine, used as one of the ingredients for refining Youthful Appearance Elixir and Longevity Pill.

Overall, the thousand-year Crimson Beauty Leaf in the jade box has a combined value equivalent to one or two thousand-year treasure medicines, making it extremely precious.

"Strange, why are only a few Refining Organ Realm martial artists escorting such an item?" Jiang Zhan questioned again.

"This item is hidden among a pile of jewelry," Meng Zhen said seriously, "If I’m not mistaken, the caravan from Zhenlang Pavilion didn’t know there was a Crimson Beauty Leaf among the jewelry."

"Huh?" Jiang Zhan exclaimed, staring at Meng Zhen in surprise.

"What’s wrong?" This time Meng Zhen was puzzled, "Commander Jiang, what’s with that look?"

"Old Meng, your way of speculating made me see a shadow of Senior Brother Chu," Jiang Zhan said seriously.

Meng Zhen: "..."

"Chu Royal Attendant, what should we do with these jewels?" He changed the subject.

"Yes, so many jewels can be exchanged for many elixirs, it would be a shame to waste them," Jiang Zhan added, "It’s a pity we don’t have a Storage Space Treasure like the master’s..."

Before the words fell, a golden light flashed.

After the golden light, the jewels vanished.

Jiang Zhan and Meng Zhen stood frozen on the spot.

"Let’s go."

"..."

...

Lindu County.

This county is a large one to the west of the Qin Capital in the Great Qin Dynasty, beyond which lies the Qin Capital.

Inside the Commandery Mansion.

"Lord County Governor, thirty firms have returned at different times from various routes,"

"All are back?" Lindu County’s County Magistrate Yian Gao sat in his high seat, relaxedly sipping tea.

"My... lord..." Lindu County’s Imperial Examination Hall Inspector General Shee Li’s expression slightly changed.

"What’s wrong?" Lindu County’s County Magistrate Yian Gao put down his teacup.

"Reporting, my lord, two caravans have not returned."

"Which two?"

"Zhenlang Pavilion and Treasure Jade Building."

"Zhenlang Pavilion was attacked between Chi’an County and Lindu County at Golden Snake Ridge, the entire caravan was killed, and all the jewels lost, including that thousand-year Crimson Beauty Leaf."

"Treasure Jade Building was robbed on the official road near entering Lindu County by the ’Silver Moon Thief.’

Lindu County’s Imperial Examination Hall Inspector General Shee Li bowed as he spoke

"Are you certain it’s the Silver Moon Thief at Treasure Jade Building?"

"Yes, I personally went to inspect, and at the scene, I saw the Silver Moon Dart that the Silver Moon Thief always leaves behind after committing a crime."

"What about Zhenlang Pavilion, is it also the Silver Moon Thief?"

"Zhenlang Pavilion was not the Silver Moon Thief. Huan Ming, the Sect Leader of Void Nether Sect in Chi’an County, cultivates demon techniques, devouring people everywhere, and has swallowed many Meridian Unlocking Realm experts. Zhenlang Pavilion’s caravan unfortunately encountered him..."

"Oh? Swallowed quite a few Meridian Unlocking Realm experts?" Lindu County’s County Magistrate Yian Gao’s eyes slightly brightened, "Interesting, Chi’an County Governor He Ze must be having a headache, and I wonder if he still has the energy to prepare the tribute."

"Lord County Governor, almost all the heads of factions, martial arts halls, and martial arts sects in Chi’an County have died, Chi’an County is in chaos," Lindu County’s Imperial Examination Hall Inspector General Shee Li added.

"Haha, that Void Nether Sect Leader Huan Ming should also be planning to join the Martial Immortal Alliance, right... This time He Ze might really be in trouble."

Yian Gao stood up, adjusted his robe, his face full of joy, "Losing two Crimson Beauty Leaves is nothing, creating the tribute only needs twenty-five leaves, I deliberately added five more to lure out the Silver Moon Thief."

"Since this person has surfaced, hurry up and pass the news to the Martial Immortal Alliance, and spread news about the Crimson Beauty Leaf to assist the Martial Immortal Alliance in preparing to capture the Silver Moon Thief."

"By the way, the city will be hosting various competitions in the next two days, increase manpower from the Examination Hall to maintain order."

"Yes."

"..."

...

Lindu County, Golden Goblet Pavilion.

"They all say Golden Goblet Pavilion is the best restaurant in Lindu County, even Refining Organ Realm martial artists would get drunk if they drink too much Golden Goblet Brew, Senior Brother Chu, this time you..."

"Please, Commander Jiang drink as much as you wish."

"Haha, thank you, Senior Brother Chu."

"Old Meng, come on, let’s find a good spot."

The three talking were Chu Ming, Jiang Zhan, and Meng Zhen, who were traveling from Golden Snake Ridge.

"Waiter, are there any tables available?" Jiang Zhan strode into the building.

Looking around, the restaurant was already full.

"There are tables available, there are tables available, three customers, please come upstairs."

The waiter immediately ushered the three to the second floor, where a corner table just happened to be empty.

"Three customers, my apologies, this is the last available table today." The waiter explained with a bow.

"It’s fine, we’ll sit here." Jiang Zhan sat down directly.

It doesn’t matter where they sit, as long as they can eat and drink to their fill.

Moreover, a spot that’s more isolated is better, preventing disturbances.

"Alright, three guests, this spot is a bit off, but it’s close to the window and you can enjoy the scenery outside."

The waiter pointed outside, where crowds gathered as if a competition was taking place, "Three guests, take a look over there, the Silver Hundred Knowledge Grand Competition in our Lindu County."

"Silver Hundred Knowledge Grand Competition?"

Chu Ming’s trio looked over at the mention.

"Indeed, judging by your attire, you seem to be from out of town. Our Lindu County’s Silver Hundred Knowledge Grand Competition is personally hosted by the County Mansion for the Golden Hundred Knowledge Grand Competition in the Qin Capital, it’s quite bustling."

"Three guests, order some fine wine and dishes, the view here is much better than the places around where the crowds gather."

This waiter could certainly talk big.

A corner spot, indeed close to the window, but as for the view...

"Bring the finest wine and dishes, all of your specialities," Chu Ming took out a piece of silver, asking the waiter to serve.

Coming here was to fill their stomachs and replenish energy, while matters such as the Silver Hundred Knowledge Grand Competition were irrelevant.

Seeing the silver, the waiter’s eyes lit up: "Alright, three guests, please wait a moment, I’ll get to it right away."